11-Day Classic Ultimate Wildlife Safari & Cultural Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Airport Pickup & Relaxation

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and professional driver-guide. After a short meet and greet, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Arusha town, enjoying a pleasant drive with views of Mount Meru and the surrounding scenery.
Once at the hotel, you can check in, freshen up, and relax after your journey. The remainder of the day is at leisure, giving you time to rest, enjoy the hotel facilities, or take a short stroll around town if you wish. This easy and relaxed start allows you to recharge and be well prepared for the exciting safari adventure starting the next morning.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City)

Accommodation:

Summit Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Tarangire National Park (Elephants, Baobabs & Game Drive)

Your safari adventure begins today. After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your lodge and drive approximately two hours to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive in an open-roof safari vehicle as you explore seasonal swamps, open savannahs, and the wildlife-rich Tarangire River. Along the way, you may spot giraffes, impalas, zebras, lions, leopards, elands, warthogs, elephants, and a wide variety of birdlife. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic spot inside the park, followed by further game viewing. In the evening, you’ll transfer to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Tarangire National Park

Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)

High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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HippoCommon

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Tarangire NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Manyara (Flamingos, Wildlife & Rift Valley Views)

After breakfast, depart for Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its large flocks of flamingos. Enjoy a game drive spotting abundant birdlife. Visit the hippo pool and nearby hot springs, while keeping an eye out for elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and other wildlife. After an exciting day of exploration, return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Manyara National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)

High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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LionOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Suricata Boma Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Manyara NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Eyasi (Datoga Cultural Experience & Blacksmith Visit)

After breakfast, you will depart from your accommodation and drive toward Lake Eyasi, a scenic journey through the Great Rift Valley area, passing local villages and beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival near the lake, you will visit the Datoga tribe, one of Tanzania’s traditional pastoralist communities.

During the visit, you will have the opportunity to observe and learn about the Datoga’s traditional way of life, including their cattle-herding culture and strong community values. A highlight of the experience is witnessing their blacksmithing skills, where they craft tools and jewelry using age-old techniques passed down through generations. Your guide will also explain their customs, beliefs, and daily routines, offering an authentic cultural insight later drive to your accommodation for overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Eyasi

Accommodation:

Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Eyasi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Hadzabe Hunting Experience & Drive to Karatu

Early in the morning, you will set out to join the Hadzabe tribe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer communities in East Africa. Accompanied by experienced Hadzabe hunters, you will take part in a traditional hunting experience, learning how they track animals, use handmade bows and arrows, and rely on deep knowledge of nature for survival. This early morning activity offers a rare and authentic insight into their daily life, survival skills, and close relationship with the land.

After the hunting experience, you will return for breakfast and then begin your drive toward the Karatu Area for your relaxation and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Karatu District

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Karatu (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Transfer to Serengeti

Rise early for a light breakfast before descending into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Explore the crater floor during a 5–6 hour game drive, with excellent chances to see elephants, buffalo, rare black rhinos, lions, cheetahs, hippos, and abundant birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the scenic hippo pool, surrounded by stunning views.

After ascending the crater rim in the afternoon, continue your journey to Serengeti National Park, enjoying an en-route game drive as the landscape opens into vast plains. Upon arrival, proceed to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Full-Day Safari Adventure

Enjoy a full day of adventure in Serengeti National Park. From sunrise to sunset, embark on an exciting game drive in search of the Big Five, while spotting a wide variety of wildlife and over 500 bird species. As the day comes to a close, return to your lodge or tented camp for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Central Serengeti National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

Show more

GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Tanzania Bush Camps - Central Serengeti

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti to Lake Natron – Scenic Drive & Waterfall Walk

Drive from the Central Serengeti to Lake Natron, passing through remote and dramatic landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation and take some time to relax after the journey. Later in the afternoon, you will be taken on a guided walk to the nearby waterfalls, where you can enjoy the refreshing natural pools and the striking scenery of this unique area before returning to your accommodation for the evening.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Lake Natron Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Lake Natron

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Sunrise, Flamingos & Oldoinyo Lengai Night Hike Preparation

Early in the morning, you will head to Lake Natron to witness a stunning sunrise, with glowing skies reflecting across the lake and the dramatic silhouette of Oldoinyo Lengai. Enjoy flamingo watching along the shores, one of East Africa’s main breeding grounds, while your guide explains the lake’s unique ecosystem. Later, return to your accommodation for a hot lunch and rest. In the afternoon, prepare for the night ascent of Oldoinyo Lengai with a briefing on safety, expectations, and tips, followed by an early dinner before your overnight adventure.

Main Destination:

Lake Natron

Accommodation:

Lake Natron Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located near Lake Natron

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Oldoinyo Lengai (Summit & Descent, Return to Arusha)

After completing the ascent and descent of Oldoinyo Lengai in the early morning hours, you will return to your accommodation to freshen up and enjoy a well-deserved breakfast. This is a time to rest, reflect on the incredible achievement, and take in the surrounding views of Lake Natron and the Great Rift Valley.

Once refreshed, you will begin your return journey toward Arusha, traveling through remote and scenic landscapes, passing Maasai villages and dramatic volcanic terrain along the way. The drive offers opportunities to appreciate the changing scenery and, occasionally, spot local wildlife. By late afternoon or early evening, you will arrive in Arusha, marking the end of an adventurous and unforgettable safari and trekking experience in northern Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Ol Doinyo Lengai

Accommodation:

Summit Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Arusha (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Departure – Transfer to Airport

After breakfast at your accommodation, you will check out and be comfortably transferred to the airport in time for your departure. This smooth and timely transfer ensures a relaxed end to your journey, as you depart with unforgettable memories of your safari and adventure in Tanzania.

Main Destination:

Kilimanjaro Airport

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.